LSU Baseball Stars Earn Major Accolades Amid Pivotal Stretch

Cade Arrambide and Seth Dardar recognized for standout performances

Apr. 1, 2026 at 5:08pm

LSU sophomore catcher Cade Arrambide was named to the Buster Posey Award Midseason Watch List, while senior second baseman Seth Dardar was selected as SEC Co-Player of the Week. Both players have been instrumental in the Tigers' strong start to the season.

Why it matters

These accolades highlight the talent and depth of the LSU baseball program, which is off to a promising start under head coach Jay Johnson. The recognition of Arrambide and Dardar could help raise the profile of the team and attract more attention and support from fans and recruits.

The details

Arrambide, a sophomore from Tomball, Texas, is hitting .259 this season with five doubles, four homers, 16 RBI and 19 runs scored. He has a .981 fielding percentage and has thrown out three baserunners attempting to steal. Dardar, a senior from Mandeville, Louisiana, led LSU to an SEC series victory over No. 19 Kentucky last weekend, batting .600 (6-for-10) with four doubles, one homer, five RBI, four runs, three walks and a .692 on-base percentage.

  • Arrambide was named to the Buster Posey Award Midseason Watch List on April 1, 2026.
  • Dardar was named SEC Co-Player of the Week on March 30, 2026.

The players

Cade Arrambide

A sophomore catcher from Tomball, Texas, who was named to the Buster Posey Award Midseason Watch List.

Seth Dardar

A senior second baseman from Mandeville, Louisiana, who was named SEC Co-Player of the Week.

Jay Johnson

The head coach of the LSU baseball team.

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What they’re saying

“Cade has been named to the Buster Posey Mid-Season Watchlist!”

— LSU Baseball

“Seth Dardar – SEC Player of the Week 🔥”

— LSU Baseball

The takeaway

The recognition of Arrambide and Dardar as top performers in the SEC highlights the strength and depth of the LSU baseball program, which is poised for a strong season under coach Jay Johnson. These accolades could help generate more interest and support for the team as they navigate a pivotal stretch of their schedule.